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    Danses (en. Dances)

    dɑ̃s

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Movement of the body performed with rhythm and grace, often accompanied by music.
    Folk dances reflect the culture of a people.
    Les danses folkloriques reflètent la culture d'un peuple.
    A specific type of bodily movement.
    She studied several classical dances such as ballet.
    Elle a étudié plusieurs danses classiques comme le ballet.
    A set of choreographed movements for a performance.
    The show featured impressive modern dances.
    Le spectacle présentait des danses modernes impressionnantes.

    Etymology

    The word 'dance' comes from the Old French verb 'dancer', which means 'to move, to shake'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to dance
    To participate in a dance activity.
    faire la danse
    dance of joy
    Expression of happiness through dance.
    danse de la joie
    dancing under the stars
    Dancing outdoors, usually at night.
    danser sous les étoiles

    Related Words

    dancer
    A person who practices dance.
    danseur
    choreography
    The art of creating dance movements.
    chorégraphie
    ballet
    Style of classical and technical dance.
    ballet

    Slang Meanings

    Improvised dance.
    At the party, everyone started to do an improvised dance.
    À la fête, tout le monde s'est mis à faire une danse improvisée.
    To move nimbly to the rhythm of the music.
    He loves to do dances with friends during parties.
    Il adore faire des danses entre amis lors des soirées.